Jim Irwin Champions Rural School Reform in Mountain District
Jim Irwin, a young farmhand turned rural schoolteacher, pushes innovative methods in the Woodruff district. He wins support from pupils and Old Man Simms, drives civic organization for a cooperative school program, and outlines plans for a full community education center with health, trades, and agricultural facilities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim
Newton Bronson
Buddy” Simms
Colonel Woodruff
Jennie
Woodruff
Haakon Peterson
Bettina Hansen
School District Held Up by Potawatomi County Offer
Colonel Woodruff introduces Mr. Irwin and proposes hearing his plan to respond to an offer from Potawatomi county as Jim navigates through the crowd. The scene centers on community leaders weighing a possible action to meet theCounty’s proposal.
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Jim
Jennie
Woodruff
Felening Sikness
Newton Ge Ag
Irwin
Bronson
Bonner
Colonel Woodruff
Hronson
Jims
Jim Irwin
Childern
Mr. Slims
Jim Lrwin
Raymond
Gyubl
Calista
Jinnie
Megan
Toway
Simms
James E. Irwin
Don Bonner
Pottawatomie County
Slopton Tunnel Marks World Rail Milestone
The Slopton tunnel began November 13 1808 and was completed after seven years. It stands as the longest railway tunnel then, extending 1244 miles and providing direct rail link from France and Switzerland to Milan.
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Slopton
France
Switzerland
Milan
Maly
Footwear fashions shift to elaborate straps and contrasting leathers
The article notes a move from plain oxford and pump to highly elaborated strap slippers with ankle straps and lattice work. It highlights buckles, satin and patent trims, suede contrasts, and bold color combinations, plus black and metallic options for evening wear and sporty low-heeled designs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oxford
Pump
Milady
Blach
Rachelle
Sunbeam Tints and Hosiery Trends for Skating Season
The article lists Sunbeam tints such as Lapin Gateau Preccles Novelty Dawn Sunset and Parchment as fashionable hosiery options. It notes grey and tan shades designed to match newer shoes and highlights plain chiffon hose as the season’s favored style for skating outfits with knitted knickers.
Iowa City motor carrier hearing for L E B Strickler
L E B Strickler of Iowa City filed with the Iowa Board of Railroad Commissioners for a Certificate of Authorization to operate as a motor passenger carrier between Iowa City Johnson County and Washington Washington County via Riverside and Kalona The hearing is set for September 12 1923 at 10 A M at the Johnson County Courthouse Iowa City Iowa in Des Moines secretary jeo L McCaughan August 20 1928 Sep 7 10
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L. EB. Strickler
Iowa City
Iowa Board of Railroad Commissioners
Fortieth General Assembly of Iowa
Johson County
Iowa
Washington
Washington County
Riverside
Kalona
Board of Railroad Commissioners
Elephant IQ Compared to Dog Shows Wider Mind
A comparison suggests elephants possess broader faculties than dogs when both are equally trained. Even the most intelligent dog may not match the adult wild elephant's comprehensive abilities fresh from the jungle.
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Bf Herbert Qichk
Jennie Woodruff
Jennie Woodruf
Withers
The
State University
Farmers’ Institute
Farmers Institute
Jin
Old Man
Old Man Slmms
Man
Board of Railroad Commissioners of the
State of
Turkien MY
Atmost
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